Key West: September specials abound

Locals need to be appreciated and how better to show the love than discounted food and drinks at the most popular restaurants in town? Every September, like summer cicadas, residents emerge from their air conditioning, clutching a Monroe County ID, and ask , what’s the best deal in town? This year, there are lots to choose from, from a $5 specialty cocktail to half off your favorite gourmet dishes. Have a look and maybe even try a new place just for kicks depending on the special.

2 Cents Restaurant and Pub, 416 Appelrouth Lane

Local Special for 2 Cents 50 percent off all food for dinner Sunday – Wednesday from 6 to 11 p.m., not available with any other discounts, must show local ID.

Half off all regular menu items to Monroe County locals, daily 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. One local per party must present a state ID with local address in order to receive discount. (excluding alcohol and specials, gratuity not included).

September Weekly Wine Down: Sunday through Thursday, 4 to 8 p.m. during September, receive half pricing on all bottles of wine. Along with this blowout deal, locals will also receive special pricing onBulleit bourbon and rye for $6, Crown Royal Original, Apple and Vanilla for $6 daily 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. with local ID through Sept. 30.

Prime Steakhouse, 951 Caroline St.

Daily 50 percent off all appetizers and 25 percent off all bottles of wine for locals only, through Oct. 19.

Two Friends Patio Restaurant, 512 Front St.

Starting after Labor Day, 20 percent off all food and drinks all day for locals only. No double discounts with Happy Hour specials.

Cafe Sole, 1029 Southard St.

Locals appreciation : 50 percent off all food all night long, Open Tuesday through Sunday 5 p.m. to 10 p.m.